WILMINGTON — Robert Cromwell Whittle, 79, died peacefully on November 30, 2023 at Lower Cape Fear LifeCare in Wilmington, NC.
Robbie was born in Greensboro, NC on July 21, 1944 to Arthur and Effie Whittle who preceded him in death.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Patricia, son Woody, daughter-in-law Erin, grandson Fletcher, brother Ron, niece Kristyn, and many special friends who were like family to him.
After serving in the US Air Force, Robbie worked for over 35 years in technology at Bell South.
Most of all, Robbie enjoyed spending time with his family. With great appreciation for creation and nature, Robbie was drawn to activities connected to water, such as fishing, boating, and body surfing.
He was a lifelong learner and teacher, passing along knowledge acquired from publications, educational programming, and internet research. A scientific approach was applied to much of Robbie’s daily activities, whether it be tasks or pleasure.
Robbie was the first to offer assistance whether it was to provide a helping hand or to problem-solve.
A service will be held Saturday, December 9 at 1 p.m. at Little Chapel on the Boardwalk at Wrightsville Beach. The family will receive friends in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to Little Chapel on the Boardwalk, 2 West Fayetteville Street, Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480.
